In the city of Miami, Florida, right along the Biscayne Bay, you can find the massive American Airlines Arena. Although it operates under the guise of a multi-purpose arena, this facility is known by many as a basketball arena and one of the most expansive and recognizable parks in area. This is because the Florida arena serves as the home of the Miami Heat, the city’s National Basketball Associations team. This expansive stadium has been the home playing ground for the Miami Heat basketball team since it opened in 199 and has been known for being a favorite among fans and residents of the Miami area, especially since the Heat won their recent NBA championship in 2012.